Michy Batshuayi

Michy Batshuayi is challenged by Chris Smalling during the Group H match of the UEFA Champions League between Manchester United and Valencia at Old Trafford on October 2, 2018 (Image: Getty Images Europe)

Who?Chelsea’s Belgian striker who is currently on loan at Valencia and has been linked with a move to Goodison Park in the past.

Where? Batshuayi’s time in Spain hasn't gone according to plav and his loan spell is set to end earlier than expected. The 25-year-old has made just four La Liga starts this season, scoring one goal from 15 appearances.

Given a rare chance to impress from the start in the Copa Del Dey against Sporting Gijon, the striker was substituted at half-time as Valencia lost 2-1 and was slated by manager Marcelino after the final whistle, as reported by Goal.

“We need signings up front. In some cases our patience has run out (with certain players).”

What? He remains with Valencia as it stands while Marcel Brands suggested Everton are unlikely to sign anyone this month. But should he return to Chelsea and become available, expect the links to heat up.

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Malcom

Who? Barcelona’s Brazilian forward who Everton were reportedly interested in back in the summer. The 21-year-old u-turned on a move to AS Roma at the eleventh hour in favour of a move to the Nou Camp but his time in Spain has not gone to plan.

Where? Having played 97 minutes of La Liga football since joining Barcelona from Bordeaux, reports in Spain have suggested Malcom could leave in January in search of regular playing time.

Reports in Spain suggested Everton and Tottenham Hotspur were both interested in the Brazilian, but both sides’ reported interest was dealt a blow after further reports suggested Lazio had made a move for him.

However, Malcom’s agent has poured cold water on such a move, taking to Instagram to dismiss reports of his client moving to Lazio as ‘fake news.’

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James McCarthy

James McCarthy

Who? Everton’s Republic of Ireland international who has missed the last year with a fractured leg.

Where? McCarthy has repeatedly been linked with a loan move away from Goodison Park and today is no different. The Daily Mail claim AFC Bournemouth are now eyeing up a temporary move for the midfielder.

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What? A loan move would be best for the Irishman as he steps up his return from injury. He has been available of weeks now but is yet to feature for the Blues, while he was an unused substitute against Lincoln City last weekend.